FAQs

Where is Sandbanks Lodge

Where is Sandbanks Lodge

We are located 10 minutes south of George Town in Bahamas Sound 11. There are no postcodes (or postal service), so our address is Sandbanks Lodge, Bahamas Sound 11, George...

Where is Sandbanks Lodge

We are located 10 minutes south of George Town in Bahamas Sound 11. There are no postcodes (or postal service), so our address is Sandbanks Lodge, Bahamas Sound 11, George...

How far is Sandbanks Lodge from George Town

How far is Sandbanks Lodge from George Town

We are a 10 minute drive from George Town Checkout the map

How far is Sandbanks Lodge from George Town

We are a 10 minute drive from George Town Checkout the map

George Town Airport

How far is Sandbanks Lodge from the airport?

We are a 40 minute drive from George Town International Airport. Checkout the map

How far is Sandbanks Lodge from the airport?

We are a 40 minute drive from George Town International Airport. Checkout the map

Bone fishing

Bone fishing

We have some of the best bone fishing in the world. The flats outside Sandbanks Lodge are called bonefish flats and contain a good number of fish. Low tide is...

Bone fishing

We have some of the best bone fishing in the world. The flats outside Sandbanks Lodge are called bonefish flats and contain a good number of fish. Low tide is...

What coffee making equipment do you have?

What coffee making equipment do you have?

This is probably our number one question! We have a whole bunch of equipment: a coffee machine which will fill a pot for 8 people, a cafetière for 4 cups,...

What coffee making equipment do you have?

This is probably our number one question! We have a whole bunch of equipment: a coffee machine which will fill a pot for 8 people, a cafetière for 4 cups,...

Cash or cards

Cash or cards

Cash is still king in The Bahamas, although increasingly, more and more places accept card. US dollars are accepted as though they were Bahamian dollars

Cash or cards

Cash is still king in The Bahamas, although increasingly, more and more places accept card. US dollars are accepted as though they were Bahamian dollars

Where are the nearest restaurants?

Where are the nearest restaurants?

The nearest restaurant is at the end of our road. Its a bar/restaurant called Fanny's. There are, at least 4 restaurants, within a 10 minute drive of Sandbanks Lodge. We...

Where are the nearest restaurants?

The nearest restaurant is at the end of our road. Its a bar/restaurant called Fanny's. There are, at least 4 restaurants, within a 10 minute drive of Sandbanks Lodge. We...

I’ve heard Exuma has frequent powercuts, is that true?

I’ve heard Exuma has frequent powercuts, is tha...

Yes, the power company often turns off the power when there’s an electrical storm. Fortunately, we have solar and a generator which automatically kicks in. If for any reason it...

I’ve heard Exuma has frequent powercuts, is tha...

Yes, the power company often turns off the power when there’s an electrical storm. Fortunately, we have solar and a generator which automatically kicks in. If for any reason it...

Chefs

Chefs

We have a list of quality chefs who can come in and provide food for you, using our kitchen and grill. We don't get involved with the booking aspect of...

Chefs

We have a list of quality chefs who can come in and provide food for you, using our kitchen and grill. We don't get involved with the booking aspect of...

Do you have fishing rods?

Do you have fishing rods?

No, is the short answer. Fishing is a very personal sport. Serious fishermen will bring there own rods and tackle.

Do you have fishing rods?

No, is the short answer. Fishing is a very personal sport. Serious fishermen will bring there own rods and tackle.

Can I moor my boat at your dock?

Can I moor my boat at your dock?

The short answer is - yes. But low tide drops to a little as 1ft. There is a deep channel which runs close to the shore. We wouldn’t recommend anything...

Can I moor my boat at your dock?

The short answer is - yes. But low tide drops to a little as 1ft. There is a deep channel which runs close to the shore. We wouldn’t recommend anything...

Do you have laundry facilities?

Do you have laundry facilities?

Yes, but please don’t use the tumble drier to dry your shoes! The sun can do that.

Do you have laundry facilities?

Yes, but please don’t use the tumble drier to dry your shoes! The sun can do that.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is possible but under the following conditions:  You will be liable for the full amount. The dates will be re-advertised. If a new guest can be found then all...

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is possible but under the following conditions:  You will be liable for the full amount. The dates will be re-advertised. If a new guest can be found then all...

Do you provide snorkeling equipment and inflatables?

Do you provide snorkeling equipment and inflata...

We cannot guarantee what will be there on any given day. Inflatables can blow away and sometimes the snorkelling equipment gets damaged or disappears. We always recommend that you bring...

Do you provide snorkeling equipment and inflata...

We cannot guarantee what will be there on any given day. Inflatables can blow away and sometimes the snorkelling equipment gets damaged or disappears. We always recommend that you bring...

Do you have coolboxes for the beach?

Do you have coolboxes for the beach?

Yes, the box should be in the house.

Do you have coolboxes for the beach?

Yes, the box should be in the house.

Is there fresh fish?

Is there fresh fish?

Amazingly, fresh fish is not sold in the markets. However, ask the caretaker and he might be able to source fresh fish and lobster tails. There is also, often, a...

Is there fresh fish?

Amazingly, fresh fish is not sold in the markets. However, ask the caretaker and he might be able to source fresh fish and lobster tails. There is also, often, a...

Do you supply toilet paper and cleaning products?

Do you supply toilet paper and cleaning products?

We supply a limited amount to get you started, but would expect you to top up during your stay.

Do you supply toilet paper and cleaning products?

We supply a limited amount to get you started, but would expect you to top up during your stay.

Can you drink the water?

Can you drink the water?

The main water supply is from city water and this is drinkable. However, we supply two 5 gal bottles of water which can be accessed from the fridge.

Can you drink the water?

The main water supply is from city water and this is drinkable. However, we supply two 5 gal bottles of water which can be accessed from the fridge.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 4pm and check-out is 10am. We need a good (uninterrupted) six hours to thoroughly clean Sandbanks.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 4pm and check-out is 10am. We need a good (uninterrupted) six hours to thoroughly clean Sandbanks.

Boat and Jet ski Hire

Boat and Jet ski Hire

Sandbanks is ideal for hiring boats. We have a newly built dock and a floating jet ski dock. Many of the rentals will deliver directly to the dock. Names and...

Boat and Jet ski Hire

Sandbanks is ideal for hiring boats. We have a newly built dock and a floating jet ski dock. Many of the rentals will deliver directly to the dock. Names and...